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Santa Anita Park is home to competitive racing, the latest fashions, exquisite dining, and some of the hottest celebrities. Enjoy the thrill of competition and the pageantry of the 2013 Breeders' Cup!
BREEDERS' CUP FRIDAY RACES
Purse:
Race:
Sex:
Surface:
Age:
Distance:
TV Network:
$500,000
Marathon
Open
Dirt
3yo+
1 3/4 miles (14f)
NBC SPORTS
$1 million
Juvenile Turf
Open
Turf
2yo
1 mile (8f)
NBC SPORTS
$1 million
Juvenile Fillies Turf
Female
Turf
2yo
1 mile (8f)
NBC SPORTS
$1 million
Dirt Mile
Open
Dirt
3yo+
1 mile (8f)
NBC SPORTS
$2 million
Distaff
Female
Dirt
3yo+
1 1/8 miles (9f)
NBC SPORTS
BREEDERS' CUP SATURDAY RACES
Purse:
Race:
Sex:
Surface:
Age
Distance:
TV Network:
$1 million
Filly/Mare Sprint
Female
Dirt
3yo+
7 furlongs
NBC SPORTS
$1 million
Turf Sprint
Open
Turf
3yo+
6 1/2 furlongs
NBC SPORTS
$2 million
Juvenile
Open
Dirt
2yo
1 1/16 miles (8.5f)
NBC SPORTS
$2 million
Juvenile Fillies
Female
Dirt
2yo
1 1/16 miles (8.5f)
NBC SPORTS
$3 million
Turf
Open
Turf
3yo+
1 1/2 miles (12f)
NBC SPORTS
$2 million
Filly/Mare Turf
Female
Turf
3yo+
1 1/4 miles (10f)
NBC SPORTS
$1.5 million
Sprint
Open
Dirt
3yo+
6 furlongs
NBC SPORTS
$2 million
Mile
Open
Turf
3yo+
1 mile (8f)
NBC SPORTS
$5 million
Classic
Open
Dirt
3yo+
1 1/4 miles (10 furlongs)
NBC
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE
Relive the experience of the Breeders' Cup World Championships!
Photos courtesy of Eclipse Sportswire.
PLAN YOUR VISIT -
BREEDERS' CUP NEED TO KNOW
RESTAURANTS AND NIGHT LIFE
Treat yourself at one of many outstanding dining selections near the racetrack after a big win by your top pick. There are many reasons to celebrate at Santa Anita, with world class racing and breathtaking views, but be sure to grab a bite of the hottest eats and sample the most vibrant night life in town before or after a day at the track.
SHOPPING AND FASHION
Shop online at the Breeders' Cup Store to find your favorite race day apparel, including clothing, hats, media items, and art.
Spend the track's dark days perusing the Cali fashion scene. Check out multiple shopping venues and be sure to relax and polish your look with a day at the salon and spa.
After perfecting your look, you will be ready to join the winner's circle by showing off your favorite fascinator or fedora on race day. Be crowned a champion in the Breeders' Cup Fascinators & Fedoras Contest!
EVENTS AT SANTA ANITA
You can never spend enough time at the beautiful Santa Anita Park. Multiple events are hosted throughout the week in honor of Breeders' Cup.
Oct. 30, Jocktails - Be sure to mark your calendars to attend Jocktails on Oct. 30. This annual event brings celebrity jockey's together to bartend for a great cause. Drinks are complimentary to guests and all gratuities are donated to charity.
Seabiscuit Tours - Ever wanted to go behind the scenes? Hop on the Seabiscuit Tram to take a look at the paddock gardens, stable area, and jocks room. The tour also includes Seabiscuit's original barn and stall and the opportunity to meet the Equine Star, Fighting Furrari, who played the movie role of Seabiscuit. Click here for more information and reservations.
For more public and private events and information check out the Breeders' Cup event website.
The Breeders’ Cup is all about attracting the best of the best. There are a few ways a horse can qualify for a Breeders’ Cup race. The first is by winning a Breeders’ Cup Challenge "Win and You're In" race. There are 67 Breeders’ Cup Challenge races throughout the year, spanning 10 different countries. As long as the winners of these races are Breeders’ Cup nominated by Oct. 21, their connections receive money to cover travel fees and expenses.
The Breeders’ Cup Challenge Races (US & Canada):
Date
Race
Track
Sex
Age
Surf.
Dist.
Division
June 15
Stephen Foster H. (G1)
CD
Open
3yo+
Dirt
9F
Classic
June 29
Triple Bend H. (G1)
BHP
Open
3yo+
Syn
7F
Dirt Mile
June 29
Shoemaker Mile (G1)
BHP
Open
3yo+
Turf
8F
Mile
July 6
Smile Sprint H. (G2)
Crc
Open
3yo+
Dirt
6F
Sprint
July 6
United Nations (G1)
Mth
Open
3yo+
Turf
11F
Turf
July 13
A Gleam H. (G2)
BHP
Female
3yo+
Syn
7F
F/M Sprint
July 28
Bing Crosby H. (G1)
Dmr
Open
3yo+
Turf
6F
Turf Sprint
Aug. 3
Whitney H. (G1)
Sar
Open
3yo+
Dirt
9F
Classic
Aug. 3
Clemente L. Hirsch (G1)
Dmr
Female
3yo+
Syn
8.5F
Distaff
Aug. 17
Arlington Million (G1)
AP
Open
3yo+
Turf
10F
Turf
Aug. 17
Beverly D. (G1)
AP
Female
3yo+
Turf
9.5F
F/M Turf
Aug. 23
Ballerina S. (G1)
Sar
Female
3yo+
Dirt
7F
F/M Sprint
Aug. 24
Del Mar H. (G2)
Dmr
Open
3yo+
Turf
11F
Turf
Aug. 25
Personal Ensign H. (G1)
Sar
Female
3yo+
Dirt
9F
Distaff
Aug. 25
Pat O'Brien (G2)
Dmr
Open
3yo+
Syn
7F
Dirt Mile
Aug. 25
Pacific Classic (G1)
Dmr
Open
3yo+
Syn
9F
Classic
Sept. 7
Iroquois (G3)
CD
Open
2yo
Dirt
8F
Juvenile
Sept. 7
Pochahontas (G2)
CD
Female
2yo
Dirt
8F
Juvenile Fillies
Sept. 14
Natalma (G2)
WO
Female
2yo
Turf
8F
Juv. Fillies Turf
Sept. 14
Summer (G2)
WO
Open
2yo
Syn
8F
Juvenile Turf
Sept. 15
Woodbine Mile (G1)
WO
Open
3yo+
Turf
8F
Mile
Sept. 15
Canadian (G2)
WO
Female
3yo+
Turf
9F
Turf
Sept. 28
Jockey Club Gold Cup (G1)
Bel
Open
3yo+
Dirt
10F
Classic
Sept. 28
Beldame Inv. (G1)
Bel
Female
3yo+
Dirt
9F
Distaff
Sept. 28
Joe Hirsch Turf Classic (G1)
Bel
Open
3yo+
Turf
12F
Turf
Sept. 28
Flower Bowl Inv. (G1)
Bel
Female
3yo+
Turf
10F
Filly/Mare Turf
Sept. 28
Vosburgh Inv. (G1)
Bel
Open
3yo+
Dirt
6F
Sprint
Sept. 28
Kelso H. (G2)
Bel
Open
3yo+
Dirt
8F
Dirt Mile
Sept. 28
Awesome Again (G1)
SA
Open
3yo+
Dirt
9F
Classic
Sept. 28
Zenyatta (G1)
SA
Female
3yo+
Dirt
8.5F
Distaff
Sept. 28
Rodeo Drive (G1)
SA
Female
3yo+
Turf
10F
Filly/Mare Turf
Sept. 28
Frontrunner (G1)
SA
Open
2yo
Dirt
8.5F
Juvenile
Sept. 28
Chandelier (G1)
SA
Female
2yo
Dirt
8.5F
Juvenile Fillies
Oct. 4
Alcibades (G1)
Kee
Open
2yo
Syn
8.5F
Juvenile Fillies
Oct. 4
Phoenix (G3)
Kee
Open
3yo+
Syn
6F
Sprint
Oct. 5
Turf Mile (G1)
Kee
Open
3yo+
Turf
8F
Mile
Oct. 5
Breeders' Futurity (G1)
Kee
Open
2yo
Syn
8.5F
Juvenile
Oct. 5
T'bred Club of America (G2)
Kee
Open
3yo+
Syn
6F
Filly/Mare Sprint
Oct. 5
Champagne (G1)
Bel
Open
2yo
Dirt
8F
Juvenile
Oct. 5
Frizette (G1)
Bel
Female
2yo
Dirt
8F
Juvenile Fillies
Oct. 5
SA Sprint Champ. (G1)
SA
Open
3yo+
Dirt
6F
Sprint
Oct. 6
Spinster (G1)
Kee
Female
3yo+
Syn
9F
Distaff
Oct. 6
Bourbon (G3)
Kee
Open
2yo
Turf
8.5F
Juvenile Turf
Oct. 6
Pilgrim (G3)
Bel
Open
2yo
Turf
8.5F
Juvenile Turf
Oct. 6
Miss Grillo (G3)
Bel
Female
2yo
Turf
8.5F
Juv. Fillies Turf
Oct. 10
Jessamine (G3)
Kee
Female
2yo
Turf
8.5F
Juv. Fillies Turf
Oct. 13
Nearctic (G1)
WO
Open
3yo+
Turf
6F
Turf Sprint
ABBREVIATIONS:
Surf: Surface
Crc: Calder Race Course
WO: Woodbine
Dist: Distance
Mth: Monmouth Park
Bel: Belmont Park
Syn: Synthetic (Artificial) Surface
Dmr: Del Mar
SA: Santa Anita Park
CD: Churchill Downs
Sar: Saratoga
Kee: Keeneland
BHP: Betfair Hollywood Park
AP: Arlington Park
F: Furlong(s), 1 furlong = 1/8 mile
There are a total of 47 challenge races in the U.S. and Canada at 11 tracks in six states and one Canadian province. Listed below are the winners of the North American races. Before you bet, click on their names below to get to know your selections.
Date:
Race:
Track:
Division:
Winner:
June 15
Stephen Foster H. (G1)
Churchill
Classic
Fort Larned
June 29
Triple Bend H. (G1)
Hollywood
Dirt Mile
Centralinteligence
June 29
Shoemaker Mile (G1)
Hollywood
Mile
Obviously (IRE)
July 6
Smile Sprint H. (G2)
Calder
Sprint
Bahamian Squall
July 6
United Nations (G1)
Monmouth
Turf
Big Blue Kitten
July 13
A Gleam H. (G2)
Hollywood
Filly/Mare Sprint
Book Review
July 28
Bing Crosby H. (G1)
Del Mar
Turf Sprint
Points Offthebench
Aug. 3
Whitney H. (G1)
Saratoga
Classic
Cross Traffic
Aug. 3
Clement L. Hirsch (G1)
Del Mar
Distaff
Lady of Fifty
Aug. 17
Arlington Million (G1)
Arlington Park
Turf
Real Solution
Aug. 17
Beverly D. Stakes (G1)
Arlington Park
Filly/Mare Turf
Dank
Aug. 23
Ballerina S. (G1)
Saratoga
Filly/Mare Sprint
Dance to Bristol
Aug. 24
Del Mar H. (G2)
Del Mar
Turf
Vagabond Shoes
Aug. 25
Pacific Classic S. (G1)
Del Mar
Classic
Game On Dude
Aug. 25
Personal Ensign S. (G1)
Saratoga
Distaff
Royal Delta
Aug. 25
Pat O'Brien S. (G2)
Del Mar
Dirt Mile
Fed Biz
BREEDERS' CUP FAQs
Q: Is the Breeders' Cup meet held at Santa Anita every year?
A: No, the location of the event varies, but it has frequently been held at Santa Anita, Churchill, Gulfstream, or Belmont Park due to the large size of the event.
Q: What flowers make up the championship flower garland?
A: Rare flowers including Beauty Asters, Golden Asters, Cattelaya Orchids, and Cremons make up the official flower garland. This variety of flowers have been grown exclusively for Breeders' Cup since 1988.
Q: Who inspired the Breeders' Cup Trophy?
A: Each of the 15 winners will recieve a certified bronze replica of the original 1580's Torrie horse created by Giovanni da Bologna in Florence. The horse's muscles are detailed showing the influence of Leonardo da Vinci.
Learn more about the special horses throughout Breeders' Cup history in the online Hall of Champions.